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The Lead Sheet: Twin Cities Live Jazz, October 7-13
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JazzINK by Andrea Canter
Cooler nights are becoming the norm, but in jazz terms, “cool" is always a good thing, and we have plenty of cool coming our way on the Twin Cities Jazz scene—including two opportunities to hear former resident bassist Brian Courage, a visit from Benny Green to honor the new Steinway in the Dunsmore Room, and a reunion of the cast of Joan Griffith's Sambanova. Other favorites pair up for some duo magic. Big Gigs This Week Friday, October 7. Bassist ...
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Jazz this week: Jamison Ross, Mardra and Reggie Thomas, and more
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St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman
Though not nearly as packed as last week's calendar, this week's schedule of jazz and creative music performances in St. Louis still offers listeners here their first look at a much-praised, up-and-coming jazz talent; the return of a couple of local favorites who have moved away; and a variety of shows from our own hometown performers. Let's go to the highlights... Wednesday, October 5 Drummer and singer Jamison Ross makes his St. Louis debut with the first of four nights ...
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French Music Legends Magma To Perform With The Mëtalïk Orkestra At The Olympia In Paris - February 2 & 3, 2017
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Glass Onyon PR - Keith James
Bands and trends might come and go, but some of it is meant to stay. Far beyond a mere jolt to the music world or a fad phenomenon, Magma imposed themselves as early as the 1970's thanks to their unconventional and cliché-free approach to music. An unparalleled music, which is as violent as it is clever. Founded by drummer and singer Christian Vander, the band quickly set itself apart from its contemporaries through heavy and ruthless polyrhythmic beats. With a ...
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The Lead Sheet: Twin Cities Live Jazz, September 30-October 6
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JazzINK by Andrea Canter
Looks like some fine fall weather and some very fine fall jazz coming our way, from our local stars to visiting masters and former residents. We also can enjoy one jazz season finale and another season opener. Big Gigs This Week Friday, September 30. it's the wrap-up of the third All Originals Jazz season at Studio Z, with Davu Seru leading his No Territory Band with Noah Ophoven Baldwin on trumpet, Tyler Cessor on tenor sax, Cole Pulice on baritone, ...
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Jazz this week: Bill Charlap, Kris Davis & Craig Taborn, Jason Marsalis, and more
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St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman
It's a busy week for jazz and creative music in St. Louis, with several noteworthy touring performers in town, including three top-flight pianists, two of whom will be performing together as a duo. Let's go to the highlights... Wednesday, September 28 Pianist Bill Charlap returns with his trio for the first of two nights at Jazz at the Bistro. Charlap was here most recently in February 2014 with saxophonist Houston Person at the Bistro, but this time, the focus is ...
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Monty Alexander's Harlem Kingston Express At Scullers On September 30th!
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Scott Thompson Public Relations
THE LEGENDARY JAMAICAN PIANO MASTER—MONTY ALEXANDER—HARLEM KINGSTON EXPRESS Scullers Jazz Club September 30th One Night Only! Returns to New England Hot Off Their Newport Jazz Festival Explosion! On the heels of his recent sensational concert at the Newport Jazz Festival, Monty Alexander returns to New England with his Harlem Kingston Express for a special one-off only concert on Friday, September 30 at Scullers Jazz Club in Boston. Not to be missed! Musicians Monty Alexander- ...
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The Lead Sheet: Twin Cities Live Jazz, September 23-29
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JazzINK by Andrea Canter
What a jazzy week we have in the Twin Cities! Some pretty amazing talents coming into town, including Brad Mehldau, Joshua Redman and Pat Metheny, and the always-amazing talents of our local artists, including a reprise night with the Jazz Women All Stars at the Dakota. Big Gigs This Week Friday, September 23. Pianist, vocalist and composer— and attorney— Larry McDonough brings his long-standing quartet to the All Originals Jazz series at Studio Z. Curated by Steve Kenny for a ...
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Bradley Young In "I Remember Chet: Reflections On The Legacy And Music Of Chet Baker" at Cafe Noctambulo On October 27th
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Lampkin Publicity Service
Internationally acclaimed jazz pianist and composer Bradley Young makes his New York City debut at Café Noctambulo at 8 pm on October 27th with a special tribute to the prolific trumpet genius and icon, Chet Baker. Presented by Lampkin Music Group and Christoper Gines, I Remember Chet: Reflections on the Legacy and Music of Chet Baker, also features trumpet and flugelhorn great Randy Brecker and renowned jazz singer, Martha Lorin. Also sharing the stage are Steve LaSpina on bass and ...
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